Overview:
About the Position –Senior Lecturer, Entrepreneurship & Innovation
This newSenior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship & Innovationrole has been createdin response to the rapid growth and evolving demand for entrepreneurship education across our undergraduate and postgraduate programs. With expanding opportunities for Entrepreneurship and Innovation minors at thepostgraduate levels, this is a pivotal moment to shape the future of our offerings.We are seeking an experienced academic who is passionate about Entrepreneurship and Innovationandwho can provide strong programmanagementand academic leadershipto contribute to RMIT’s teaching and learning excellence.
In this role, theSenior Lecturer (Entrepreneurship)within the Department of International Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IBIE) is expected toplay a key role in strengthening our current curriculum while also driving the development of new courses in high-growthandhigh-impactareas. Thispositionrequires astrongcommitment toimpactful research, industry collaboration, and professional services.
The Senior Lecturer may have program management responsibility within theSchool.
The Senior Lecturer willinitiate, lead, and sustain high-quality research programs aligned with the University’s strategic research priorities,demonstratinga strongtrack recordin securing competitive external funding and delivering impactful, high-quality scholarly outputs.
The Senior Lecturer will play a significant research leadership role in embedding their disciplinaryexpertisewithin theSchool, fostering a vibrant and productive research culture. This includes leading and contributing to high-quality, output-driven collaborations across RMIT and with local, national, and global partners, alongside active engagement with industry. The role also encompasses the supervision and mentoring of higher degree by research (HDR) candidates and early career researchers, supporting capability development and research excellence
To be successful in this position, youwillhave:
Demonstrated ability to coordinate large courses and prepare and deliver programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including high-quality curriculum and program materials, and ability to implement innovative approaches to student-centredlearning and quality improvement.
Extensive experience in research leadership with the ability to build and develop collaborative research teams, mentor academic staff to deliver high-quality outcomes, attract and secure external research funding to sustain research effort and manage funded research projects, including complex budgets and reporting requirements.
Demonstratedhigh levelof interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills, including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions,outcomesand targets within a collaborative environment.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About theSchool of Management within the College of Business and Law
The School of Management is part of the College of Business and Law. TheSchooliscomprisedof three Departments: The Department of Management andOrganisations(M&O), the Department of International Business and Innovation & Entrepreneurship (IBIE), and the Department of Human Resource Management (HRM).
The RMIT School of Management prepares leaders who thrive at the intersection of people and technology. We focus on responsible, inclusive, anddigitally-capablemanagement that drives innovation and creates sustainable value for business, society, and the planet. Through world-class learning, impactful research, and deep industry collaboration, we supportorganisationaltransformation and deliver work-ready graduates who shape the future of leadership.
TheSchoolcurrently offers undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs known for their practicality, industryrelevanceand flexible delivery in the following areas:
Withthese diverse undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs, focusing on business management, entrepreneurship, and social change, our programsemphasisepractical experience through Work Integrated Learning, real-world projects, and strong industry connections, preparing students for successful careers in a rapidly evolving global environment
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the key selection criteria for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Medina (Talent Acquisition) via emailmedina.hubanic@rmit.edu.au. Please do not share your application via email.
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Applications Close:
10 May 2026 11.59 pm
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.
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